The Fount of Science
The Fountains of Science is a novel written by Charles Kingsley in 1853. The book is a satirical exploration of the scientific community and its tendency to prioritize theory over practical application. The story follows a group of scientists who are obsessed with their work and neglect their personal lives as a result. Through their experiences, the novel highlights the dangers of becoming too focused on one's work and the importance of maintaining a balance between science and personal life.
By Charles Kingsley · First published 1853 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Educational · 9,442 words
First lines
(_A Sermon Preached at St. Margaret's Church_, _Westminster_, _May_4_th_, 1851, _in behalf of the Westminster Hospital_.)
When He ascended up on high, He led captivity captive, and received gifts for men, yea, even for his enemies, that the Lord God might dwell among them. -PSALM lxviii. 18, and EPHESIANS iv. 8.
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The Fount of Science is listed on Textopian as a speech by Charles Kingsley, dated 1853 CE.
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- Work type: Speech
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: 1853 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Educational
- Length: 9,442 words
- Structure: 1 section, 70 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — Given the title's mention of 'Science', it is likely the book delves into scientific themes or elements, aligning it with the Science Fiction genre.
- Adventure — The word 'Fount' suggests the potential for discovery or exploration, often found in Adventure genre.
- Educational — If the 'Science' in the title refers to factual scientific information or principles, the book could also fall under the Educational genre.
Tags
science · philosophy · nature · knowledge · education · inquiry · discovery · innovation · scientific method · empiricism · rationalism · technology